Ylang-ylang
At a glance
Steam‑distilled oil from Cananga odorata blossoms of Madagascar/Comoros; a sweet, heavy, exotic floral with jasmine‑banana nuances, used as a heart note in oriental and floral perfumes.
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Category⚗️ Synthetic
OriginCananga odorata flowers, primarily Madagascar and the Comoros
ExtractionSteam distillation
Chemical familyEsters (rich in linalool, geranyl acetate)
CAS number101-44-0
ProfileSweet, creamy floral scent with banana and custard-like facets
IFRA statusRestricted -- see note (2026-08-26)
Cost tierMedium